what is sparkolloid powder used for in winemaking?

[pkirtani]

One of wine recipes I am thinking of using has sparkolloid. what is its use? can I use bentonite instead? if not I I will have to buy it.
how much to add it and when?

 

[sour_grapes]

From http://www.scottlab.com/product-204.aspx

For superior clarification of wine
Hot Mix Sparkolloid® NF is specially formulated to clarify wine without impacting aroma, body or flavor. It can be used after bentonite or carbon fining to help compact lees. Hot Mix Sparkolloid NF can be helpful in removing haze left by other fining agents.

 

[Stressbaby]

This may help:
https://winemakermag.com/26-a-clearer-understanding-of-fining-agents

 

[pkirtani]

Thanks